Denmark's best beaches

Denmark has some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. With over 8,700km of coastline, choosing the best of Denmark's fine white sand, family friendly and crowd-free beaches is tough! We've picked some of Denmark's most popular beaches for this guide, bringing together dynamic dune-covered beaches and calm, sheltered beaches great for kids. What's more, you're never more than 50km from the coast in Denmark, which means a day at the seaside is easy. Find your perfect beach in Denmark here:

Have we forgotten your favourite beach? Or maybe you're looking for a beach close to where you are? Over 700 of Denmark's fabulous beaches are listed here, so search and find your own best beach in Denmark.

Blokhus Beach

The unique holiday paradise Blokhus offers one the best beaches in Northern Europe. Delicate, white sand, warm sand dunes, and the brisk blue sea are just some of its qualities. Naturally, the beach i...

Hornbæk beach

Hornbæk Beach is the largest and most visited beach on the coast of North Sealand . This is mainly due to the good quality: A wide beach with fine sand and good water quality, sheltering dunes in the ...

Hou Beach

Sandy beach appreciated by the children. Near holidayhouse area and the charming Hou Habour, with all its life and atmosphere. At the habour you will also find the "Caféen", that throughout the summer...

Kandestederne - Skiveren

Kerteminde north beach

Nordstranden is the most popular beach in Kerteminde. People from far and near flock to the beach to enjoy the fresh seawater from Storebælt. The beach is primary sand, while the beach further up towa...

Rømø Beach

Sand, beach and water and lots of holiday experiences for both grown-ups and children in fantastic scenery. This is what makes Rømø a first-class holiday island. The beach of Rømø belongs to the very ...

Saltum Strand

Søndervig beach

Søndervig has been one of the most popular Danish seaside resorts since the 19th century; especially because of its wide and white sand beach. In Søndervig there is a newly constructed ‘terrain path’ ...

Experience the unique charm and relaxing atmosphere of Denmark's traditional beach hotels (badehoteller). Some offer top-of-the-range spa and wellness facilities, others gourmet getaways, and all of them the chance to escape the bustle of everyday life.